Stoke City have sacked manager Narcis Pelach and an interesting name tops the betting to replace him.
Stoke City have parted ways with head coach Narcis Pelach after just 19 games, following a poor run of results.
Appointed in September to replace Steven Schumache, the 36-year-old won only three league matches, with the latest defeat coming in a 2-0 loss to Leeds on Boxing Day, leaving the club 19th in the Championship, just three points above the relegation zone.
Pelach's departure is the third managerial change at Stoke in the last 12 months, continuing a period of instability at the club since their relegation from the Premier League in 2018.
Former Stoke defender Ryan Shawcross will take interim charge, with Stoke now looking to find a manager to steer them clear of relegation.
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Next Stoke Manager Odds
| Manager | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Robins | 3/1 | 25% |
| Steve Cooper | 5/1 | 17% |
| Tony Mowbray | 5/1 | 17% |
| Russell Martin | 8/1 | 11% |
| Gary ONeil | 14/1 | 7% |
Who is favourite to be the next Stoke Manager?
Mark Robins, who recently parted ways with Coventry City after seven years, eight months, and one day in charge, is now the 3/1 favourite to take over at Stoke City.
Robins' second stint at Coventry ended following a 7th defeat in 14 Championship games, but his tenure included notable achievements such as four trips to Wembley, two promotions, a trophy win, and an unforgettable FA Cup semi-final.
Despite his success, Coventry owner Doug King has chosen to pursue a new direction, which has sparked speculation about Robins' potential move to Stoke, where he could bring his proven experience and leadership to the struggling club.
Steve Cooper, recently dismissed by Leicester after guiding the newly promoted side to 16th—just one spot above the relegation zone—in their Premier League return, is the second favourite to replace Pelach at Stoke.
He is a best price of 5/1 with Bet Victor.
The Englishman was sacked by Nottingham Forest last season and might be interestied in stepping down into the Championship - a league which he gained promotion from in the 2021/22 season.
Tony Mowbray, currently priced as the 5/1 joint second favorite to take over at Stoke City, is seen as a potential candidate to lead the club forward.
After a period away from management due to a cancer diagnosis, Mowbray is ready for a return to the game.
Throughout his career, he has impressed as a manager, particularly during his time at Blackburn Rovers and Sunderland.
Mowbray's ability to play attractive football and forge strong connections with fans could be exactly what Stoke need to get their club back on track.
He might just be the man to restore optimism to the fans and deliver the results needed to reignite the atmosphere at the bet365 Stadium.
